Most Kenmore dishwasher repairs in Medford involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears dishwasher repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite dishwashers; they are not Sears.
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair Near Medford
40 repair companies serve Medford from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Medford itself, and other nearby bases include Boston (10), Cambridge (6), and Malden (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: Cedar Appliance Co., around 1.5 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Medford names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 34 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.9, 2.3 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Medford: Stocker Appliance Repair LLC (1.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master of Appliances Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 288 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (29.2 miles away, based in Newburyport, 4.6 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Belmont Appliance Service (5.2 miles away, based in Watertown, 4.8 stars from 225 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Dishwasher
Kenmore Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Clean stainless exteriors with a damp sponge and a little dish soap, wiping with the grain and using stainless cleaner sparingly. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Quick Tips: 3 Ways to Care for Your Dishwasher
- Switch between cycles such as Pots & Pans and Normal instead of using one cycle every time, to limit hard-water buildup on spray arms and jets. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Quick Tips: 3 Ways to Care for Your Dishwasher
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Dishwasher Notes for Medford, MA
Most dishwasher calls in Medford come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Questions to Ask a Medford Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Medford, MA
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.